FBC 3x3 Basketball League Official Rules

Season Starts April 10, 2026 | Fridays, 7-9 PM

Registration & Payment

Registration Period: January 1 – March 30, 2026
Team Fee: $125 per player
Payment Deadline: Before first game (April 10, 2026)

Players who haven’t paid will not be allowed on the court during check-in.

Refunds: Full refund only if we cannot provide a complete division. No refunds after the first game.

See Refund Policy for details

Player Eligibility

Grade Divisions:
Players compete in their current grade (as of Fall 2024): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th or TV(15u) grade.

 

Roster Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 players, maximum 5 players per team
  • All players must be in the same grade division
  • No roster changes after the first game

Verification:
Players should have proof of grade/age available if requested (report card, birth certificate, or school ID).

Game Format

Schedule:

  • 10 regular season games + playoffs
  • Every Friday, 7:00-9:00 PM
  • Check-in starts at 6:45 PM
  • 20-minute games, half-court 3×3

Scoring:

  • 1 point for baskets inside the arc
  • 2 points for baskets behind the arc
  • First team to 21 points OR most points when time expires wins

Starting Play:

  • Coin flip determines first possession
  • Ball must be checked at top of key after all dead balls
  • Must pass (not dribble) from check position

Playing Rules

Team Setup:
  • 3 players on court, up to 2 substitutes
  • Substitutions during dead balls only
  • Minimum 3 players required to start
Possession After Made Basket:
  • Defense checks the ball at the top
  • Must clear behind the arc after rebounds/steals
Shot Clock:
  • No stalling allowed
  • The referee may enforce the 30-second rule if needed ​
Timeouts:
  • ONE 30-second timeout per team
  • The clock does not stop
  • No timeouts in final 3 minutes ​
Overtime:
  • The first team to score 2 points wins

Fouls & Free Throws

Team Fouls:
  • Fouls 1-6: Change of possession
  • Fouls 7-9: 2 free throws
  • Fouls 10+: 2 free throws + possession ​
Free Throw Rules:
  • 1 free throw if fouled while shooting (inside arc)
  • 2 free throws if fouled behind the arc
  • 1 bonus free throw if fouled while making the shot
  • All free throws = 1 point ​
Jump Balls:
  • Possession goes to the defensive team

Code of Conduct

Zero Tolerance for:

  • Aggressive behavior or verbal abuse toward anyone
  • Profanity or foul language
  • Fighting (results in team disqualification)
  • Unsportsmanlike conduct

Result: Immediate ejection from the facility.

 

Coaching: Excessive coaching during live play will result in warnings, then point penalties

Game Day Procedures

Check-In (6:45 PM):

  • Verify player registration and payment
  • Receive court assignment

Forfeits:

  • Teams not ready within 5 minutes of start time forfeit
  • Late arrival penalties: 3 points per minute to the opponent

What to Bring:

  • Team jersey (provided by FBC)
  • Athletic shoes and appropriate attire
  • No jewelry allowed

Playoffs & Standings

Regular Season:

  • Win = 2 points
  • Loss = 0 points
  • Tiebreaker: Head-to-head, then point differential

Playoffs:
Top teams in each division advance to a single-elimination bracket.

Important Notes

  • All referee decisions are final
  • FBC Athletics reserves the right to modify schedules due to unforeseen circumstances
  • Parents/guardians must remain on-site during games
  • Review our Refund Policy before registering

Questions?

Email Teamfbc@fbcathletics.com

By registering, you agree to abide by these rules and our Code of Conduct.

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